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Newspaper

Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Jul 08, 1929

Page

3

Beware the Cat's Eye Ends Blood Feud Duel Threats

Julian Guyford dies after a daring confrontation as Richard Guyford learns of a fatal warning from Julian. Helen D Arcy's vow echoes as Richard rides away, realizing Julian meant to expose him to danger and murder. The cursed signet ring confirms a lethal pact between rivals.

Helen D’arcy Richard Guyfford Guyfford Richard Julian Helen Julian Guyfford Doctor Samson Mr. Julian Samson Sir Richard Gami Jeffery Farnel

Weather report notes high of 92 and low of 72

The Sunday maximum stood at 92 degrees with a 72 degree minimum. The figures reflect typical summer conditions for the period.

New Smaller U S Currency Expected This Week

The treasury plans a July 10 release of a new currency about three quarters the size of current bills and will phase out larger notes gradually. Decatur bankers expect limited quantities to arrive before the following Saturday.

Decatur United States Treasury Treasury Department

Young Texas boy claims title of youngest deacon

Mrs. J. H. Walker of Panhandle Texas says her son William Walker aged 15 was elected deacon in the First Christian Church of Panhandle last October. She notes George DeVine of Decatur, Texas, who was pictured in the Amarillo newspaper, as another rival for the honor in the United States.

George DeVine Decatur Amarillo Texas DeVine United States J. H. Walker Panhandle

Alvin Crocker Plays His Own Compositions on WDAF

Kansas City July 8. Alvin Crocker a youthful composer travels 80 miles from Clinton Missouri to appear on WDAF programs. His act features only his own music and lyrics in every performance.

Kansas City Alvin Crocker Clinton, Mo WDAF

Ferdinand Phinizy Visits Relatives In Town

Ferdinand Phinizy a former Decatur resident is here visiting relatives. He is now located in New Orleans and will stay only a short while.

Ferdinand Phinizy Decatur Mr. Phinizy New Orleans

Mrs J H Wiggins Recovers From Illness Two Weeks

Mrs J H Wiggins of 1304 6th Avenue East is able to be up after an illness limiting her activities for the past two weeks.

J. H Wiggins 6Th Avenue East

Pigs and Prisons Highlight Alabama Rural Report

State and federal ag officials report 4.3 million fewer hogs nationwide, with Alabama showing a 6 percent drop. Despite a national pork shortage, hog prices should stay strong as litter sizes improve and fall pig breeding rises. Governor Graves praises Atmore prison farm for inmate care and revenue. June saw seven Alabama restaurants closed for unsanitary conditions. inspections covered hotels cafes barber shops soda fountains bakeries and dairy plants with high average scores.

Montgomery Ala F. W. Gist United States Alabama Gist

Woodland Mills Farm Tri next event by Decatur Kiwanis club

Woodland Mills in the eastern district hosts the next farm trip arranged by the Decatur Kiwanis agricultural committee. A Jones directs the program with Dr. T. J. Russell honored in the welcome program. Hauk's band from Decatur will accompany the Kiwanians as the event unfolds at the Woodland Mills school on July 12 at 8 PM.

Woodland Mills Bhe Agricultural Committee of Decatur Kiwanis Club T. J. Russell Hauk Decatur Musical Organization

James A. Nelson Plans Chicago Convention Attendance

James A. Nelson, longtime local jeweler and former mayor, will travel from Birmingham to Chicago in August to attend a several days convention where jewelry lines are displayed to dealers from across the United States. He will go overland with a group of friends.

James A. Nelson Chicago United States Mr. Nelson Birmingham

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Hanay Mee Sy Jeffery Farnel Tom Pitt Sunday Mercury Z. T. Trimble Summer Sally New England Tom Mrs. Williams Gare’s Mr. Williams Europe Southern Bell Telephone and Telegraph Company Incorporated Will Walker Associated Presse Rafe King Chester D. C Faye Wilson King King Cleveland Fliers Cleveland Ohio Roy Mitchell Byron K. Newcomb Eddie Stinson Ernest Basham Associated Press Telephoto State Capitol Georgia Mr. Gist Graves Atmore Escambia County State Board of Administration Charles A. Moffett Board of Administration Convict Department Bureau of Inspection of The State Health Department Next Farm A. Jones Lydia E. Pinkham Goodyear Hartselle P. O. Box Sheffield Anniston
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